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Prepare effectively for the 2026 RN Pharmacology exam with this comprehensive study guide covering high‑yield drug concepts, safe medication administration principles, and core pharmacology knowledge. Designed for nursing students and aspiring registered nurses, the guide breaks down essential drug classes, common side effects, and critical nursing considerations. It also includes proven study strategies and representative practice questions to build confidence and clinical judgment. Whether you’re in a BSN, ADN, or RN‑to‑BSN pathway, mastering pharmacology is vital for safe patient care and NCLEX success. Plus, explore five respected nursing schools known for strong pharmacology coursework and NCLEX pass rates.

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2026 RN Pharmacology

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RN Pharmacology A Relias (NEW UPDATED VERSION) LATEST ACTUAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS)-
GUARANTEED PASS A+ UPDATED 2026




what medication is a leukotriene receptor antagonist? - CORRECT ANSWER
Montelukast


QUESTION :Which statement made by a person regarding hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is
correct? - CORRECT ANSWER I should take extra care when standing up or changing
positions.


QUESTION :A 250mg dose of an oral medication has been ordered. The medication is
supplied only in 100mg tablets. How many tablets would you administer? - CORRECT
ANSWER 2.5



QUESTION :What medication is considered a potassium-sparing diuretic? - CORRECT
ANSWER spironolactione (Aldactone)



QUESTION :You receive report from the off-going nurse that the person being cared for just
received their fourth dose of IV vancomycin that was administered over 30 minutes. Upon
assessment of them, you notice their face and neck are red and they are itching all over. What
would you suspect? - CORRECT ANSWER Red man syndrome due to a rapid infusion
rate.


QUESTION :Which of the following would you question if prescribed for a person taking
sildenafil (Viagra? - CORRECT ANSWER nitroglycerin




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QUESTION :You are caring for a person with a capillary blood glucose of 33 mg/dL and they
are unable to tolerate oral intake. Which of the following would you administer? -
CORRECT ANSWER dextrose 50% IV push



QUESTION :A physician's written order for the person you are caring for is as follows: Insulin
glargine (Lantus), 10 U, subQ QD. What changes would you suggest for safety and to avoid the
use of "do not use" abbreviations? - CORRECT ANSWER spell out units and daily



QUESTION :Which statement, if made by the person you are caring for, reflects the need for
further education regarding a new prescriptions of warfarin (Coumadin)? - CORRECT
ANSWER If I get headaches, aspirin is my best options for pain



QUESTION :A person is noted to have a penicillin allergy. What medication would you
question of ordered by a physician? - CORRECT ANSWER ceftriaxone



QUESTION :You receive and order to start a Heparin drip at 18 units/kg/hr for a person
weighing 75 kg. The heparin comes in a 500 mL bag with 25,000 units. what is the starting rate
of the infusion? - CORRECT ANSWER 27 mL/hr



QUESTION :The physician orders 0.5 mg/kg of a medications. The medication is supplied in a
10 mg/mL solution. The person you are caring for weighs 40 kg. How many mL of the drug
would you administer?f - CORRECT ANSWER 2 mL



QUESTION :A person with a hypothyroidism has a serum calcium level of 13 mg/dL. What
medication would you expect to administer? - CORRECT ANSWER Calcitonin



QUESTION :A person you are caring for has a known GI bleed. What drug is contraindicated? -
CORRECT ANSWER enoxaparin (Lovenox)




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